General education curriculum provide the foundation of interdisciplinary knowledge, breadth, methods and the approaches necessary for successful liberal and professional education. Our courses offer ways of knowing and fundamental global perspectives and ideas across the humanities with emphasis on critical analytical skills and communication in writing and speech. The department offers several General Education courses […]
Portuguese in the GTA This advanced Experiential Education language course engages students in a learning process blending theory and coursework with practical, hands-on, real-life experience. Students refine their language skills, especially those specific to professional environments. The experiential education component enables students to participate in a wide variety of community-based projects assigned by the community […]
Not sure which courses you need to enrol in to complete the requirements for your degree? The checklists below are intended as guides to help you select which courses you need to take. To find out which courses you have already completed toward your degree, use the Degree Progress Report. For more help, contact your […]
Write a short story, poem or other creative piece and share your experiences with the York University community. Browse some of our previously submitted works below. Quick Links Student Creative Literary Works Short Stories Learning a language is, above all, a meaningful experiential and cultural opportunity. In 2017/18 and 2018/19 students enrolled in Portuguese 2000 […]
Browse creative writing from our faculty members. Get to know their experiences expressed through storytelling. Faculty members are encouraged to submit their creative works. Quick Links
The Creative Corner showcases creative literary works written by faculty members and students in the Spanish, Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies Programs. Quick Links Faculty Submissions We encourage you to share with our department and York University community your valuable insight and experiences. Student Submissions Share your experiences with your peers, professors and the broader York […]
Don’t just learn about the world–experience it! Study Abroad is an important and exciting experience as it provides several personal, professional and academic benefits. It enables you to have real life immersion opportunities in other cultures, practice and build your language skills, gain inter-cultural knowledge and communicate and interact knowledgeably with local peoples and cultures. […]
Be informed about the policies and procedures followed by the department and University that impact your academic life as a student at York. Quick Links Important Forms Academic Resources Course Entry Authorization To take a first course in a particular language, students must have authorization from the Departmental Office, S580 Ross. Those continuing students who […]
The Certificate requires the completion of 6 courses (27 credits) as follows: If you have any questions, please contact us at tesol@yorku.ca. Quick Links
ELIGIBILITY The Certificate is open to students who have been granted a Bachelor's degree with a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (C+) or equivalent. Applicants may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency (minimum IELTS 7 across all skills; TOEFL 102 total). Individuals holding a Bachelor's degree can be exempted from a maximum of […]